Is a Combination of Exercise and Dry Needling Effective for Knee OA?

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Kinesio taping versus dry needling in the treatment of myofascial pain of the upper trapezius muscle: A randomized, single blind (evaluator), prospective study.

Related Articles Kinesio taping versus dry needling in the treatment of myofascial pain of the upper trapezius muscle: A randomized, single blind (evaluator), prospective study. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2019 Mar 01;: Authors: Doğan N, Şengül İ, Akçay-Yalbuzdağ Ş, Kaya T Abstract BACKGROUND: Although a number of therapeutic interventions for trigger-point inactivation have been studied, […]

The effects of shock wave and dry needling on active trigger points of upper trapezius muscle in patients with non-specific neck pain: A randomized clinical trial.

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Preliminary Report on the Role of Dry Needling Versus Corticosteroid Injection, an Effective Treatment Method for Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Related Articles Preliminary Report on the Role of Dry Needling Versus Corticosteroid Injection, an Effective Treatment Method for Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2019 Mar;58(2):301-305 Authors: Uygur E, Aktaş B, Eceviz E, Yilmazoğlu EG, Poyanli O Abstract Plantar fasciopathy (PF) is a common disorder for which there is no consensus […]

The effect of dry needling on upper and lower limb spasticity in a patient with a brain tumor.

Related Articles The effect of dry needling on upper and lower limb spasticity in a patient with a brain tumor. Acupunct Med. 2019 Mar 08;:964528419830401 Authors: Tavakol Z, Shariat A, Ghannadi S, Noormohammadpour P, Honarpishe R, Cleland JA, Ansari NN, Moghimi E PMID: 30845810 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

Randomized Trial on Comparison of the Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy and Dry Needling in Myofascial Trigger Points.

Related Articles Randomized Trial on Comparison of the Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy and Dry Needling in Myofascial Trigger Points. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2019 Mar 01;: Authors: Luan S, Zhu ZM, Ruan JL, Lin CN, Ke SJ, Xin WJ, Liu CC, Wu SL, Ma C Abstract OBJECTIVES: To compare the efficacy of […]

The effect of exercise therapy, dry needling, and nonfunctional electrical stimulation on radicular pain: a case report.

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Platelet rich plasma compared to dry needling in the treatment of non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy.

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Health related quality of life improvement in chronic non-specific neck pain: secondary analysis from a single blinded, randomized clinical trial.

Related Articles Health related quality of life improvement in chronic non-specific neck pain: secondary analysis from a single blinded, randomized clinical trial. Health Qual Life Outcomes. 2018 Nov 06;16(1):207 Authors: Cerezo-Téllez E, Torres-Lacomba M, Mayoral-Del-Moral O, Pacheco-da-Costa S, Prieto-Merino D, Sánchez-Sánchez B Abstract BACKGROUND: Chronic non-specific neck pain is related to limited cervical mobility, impaired […]

Electrical dry needling as an adjunct to exercise, manual therapy and ultrasound for plantar fasciitis: A multi-center randomized clinical trial.

Electrical dry needling as an adjunct to exercise, manual therapy and ultrasound for plantar fasciitis: A multi-center randomized clinical trial. PLoS One. 2018;13(10):e0205405 Authors: Dunning J, Butts R, Henry N, Mourad F, Brannon A, Rodriguez H, Young I, Arias-Buría JL, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C Abstract STUDY DESIGN: Randomized, single-blinded, multi-center, parallel-group trial. OBJECTIVES: To compare the effects […]

Post-needling soreness after myofascial trigger point dry needling: Current status and future research.

Post-needling soreness after myofascial trigger point dry needling: Current status and future research. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Oct;22(4):941-946 Authors: Martín-Pintado-Zugasti A, Mayoral Del Moral O, Gerwin RD, Fernández-Carnero J Abstract Post-dry needling soreness is a common complication of myofascial trigger point (MTrP) dry needling treatment. The prevention, management and relevance of this complication remain […]

The use of dry needling as a diagnostic tool and clinical treatment for cervicogenic dizziness: a narrative review & case series.

The use of dry needling as a diagnostic tool and clinical treatment for cervicogenic dizziness: a narrative review & case series. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Oct;22(4):947-955 Authors: Escaloni J, Butts R, Dunning J Abstract STUDY DESIGN: Narrative Review & Case Series. BACKGROUND: No “gold standard” test presently exists to confirm a diagnosis of cervicogenic […]

Dry needling in addition to standard physical therapy treatment for sub-acromial pain syndrome: a randomized controlled trial protocol.

Related Articles Dry needling in addition to standard physical therapy treatment for sub-acromial pain syndrome: a randomized controlled trial protocol. Braz J Phys Ther. 2018 Nov 06;: Authors: Hando BR, Rhon DI, Cleland JA, Snodgrass SJ Abstract BACKGROUND: Trigger point dry needling interventions are utilized by physical therapists to manage shoulder pain. Observational studies have […]

Response to the Letter by Weisman et al on: Twenty Thousand Needles Under the Sea: Trigger Point Dry Needling Aboard an Israeli Navy Submarine. A Case Report.

Response to the Letter by Weisman et al on: Twenty Thousand Needles Under the Sea: Trigger Point Dry Needling Aboard an Israeli Navy Submarine. A Case Report. Mil Med. 2018 Dec 04;: Authors: Ronel D, Gabbay O, Esterson A, Brand R, Vulfsons S PMID: 30517683 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

Association of facial massage, dry needling, and laser therapy in Temporomandibular Disorder: case report.

Association of facial massage, dry needling, and laser therapy in Temporomandibular Disorder: case report. Codas. 2018 Nov 29;30(6):e20170265 Authors: Pessoa DR, Costa DR, Prianti BM, Costa DR, Delpasso CA, Arisawa EÂLS, Nicolau RA Abstract This case report aims to evaluate the treatment of Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) of muscular origin by associating facial massage (FM), dry […]

The Effects of Needling Therapies on Muscle Force Production: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

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Safe acupuncture and dry needling during pregnancy: New Zealand physiotherapists' opinion and practice.

Related Articles Safe acupuncture and dry needling during pregnancy: New Zealand physiotherapists’ opinion and practice. J Integr Med. 2018 Nov 28;: Authors: McDowell JM, Kohut SH, Betts D Abstract OBJECTIVE: Acupuncture guidelines have advised caution when treating women during pregnancy, because historical “forbidden” acupuncture points are believed to stimulate miscarriage or early labor. Despite recent […]

Immediate Effects of Dry Needling as a Novel Strategy for Hamstring Flexibility: A Single Blinded Clinical Pilot Study.

Related Articles Immediate Effects of Dry Needling as a Novel Strategy for Hamstring Flexibility: A Single Blinded Clinical Pilot Study. J Sport Rehabil. 2018 Dec 11;:1-23 Authors: Ansari NN, Alaei P, Naghdi S, Fakhari Z, Komesh S, Dommerholt J Abstract CONTEXT:: There are numerous studies on the benefits of dry needling (DN) for pain relief. […]

Quantitative proteomics analysis to identify biomarkers of chronic myofascial pain and therapeutic targets of dry needling in a rat model of myofascial trigger points.

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Dry needling technique decreases spasticity and improves general functioning in incomplete spinal cord injury: A case report.

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